Cosmetic Dentistry

San Diego, CA

Whether you are interested in a major repair to your smile or simply need a subtle change, we can perform a variety of procedures in order to improve your smile. This is known as cosmetic dentistry. Cosmetic dentists offer options and techniques to treat teeth that are chipped, misshapen, discolored, or missing. A cosmetic dentist can reshape the teeth, restore worn teeth, close spaces, and alter the length and appearance of your teeth. The procedures will make a big cosmetic improvement to your smile. They can also be restorative, correcting oral problems like your bite alignment.

Choosing a Cosmetic Dentistry Procedure

We can help you to choose the right cosmetic dentistry procedure for your teeth. The current condition of your smile and your desired result will help us select the best strategy. During your consultation, you can expect to be asked what it is that you like and dislike about your smile. If you have an idea about what you’d like your teeth to look like, you can bring in a photo as an example.Next, we will complete a comprehensive oral health exam. This is necessary because aesthetic problems like stains, gaps, and missing teeth can actually be the result of an underlying problem. Once we have a thorough understanding of your starting point and your final goals, we can explain treatment options (including the cost and the length of treatment time) and help you to develop a plan of action.

An Overview of Cosmetic Dental Treatments

All treatment options that are considered cosmetic dentistry will work to improve the appearance of your teeth. Other procedures can improve your oral health and restore function, as well. Some of the most popular cosmetic dentistry options include:

In some cases, a filling may be fabricated from composite or porcelain at a dental lab to match the color of the natural teeth. If applied to the inner portion of the tooth, it is called an inlay. If it is attached to the tooth’s biting surface, it is called an onlay.

These restorations are made out of titanium in order to replace a missing tooth root. They will fuse to the jawbone in order to become a permanent fixture of your mouth. The implant is then fitted with a crown to give your teeth a natural-looking replacement.

A smile makeover will involve a complete assessment of the esthetics of your smile in order to improve the overall appearance. This will typically involve several cosmetic dentistry procedures, including veneers, implants, and whitening. The end result should be a smile that will make you proud.

When talking to us about your smile makeover, we may discover that we need to provide other treatment to correct a functional problem with your teeth, bone structure, muscles, or bite. If you are in need of a full mouth reconstruction, we can help to provide you with a functional and durable treatment plan that also appears natural.

If you are interested in how we can improve the appearance of your smile, contact us today at <b>(619) 378-9007</b> to set up your cosmetic dentistry consultation.

Jon Cassell, DDS

Dr. Cassell can provide your dream smile through various specialties, which range from teeth whitening to dental crowns and to bridges. You are welcome to schedule your appointment online or by calling us!

“I had a root canal done by Dr. Cassell, he did an excellent job, without a single problem. I even got rid of my fear of dentists. I went from being concerned about my dental health to now having confidence in my smile again!” - Joel C.